Trailer Body Technician

Paragon Leasing L.P.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Paragon Leasing L.P. in Dallas is seeking an entry-level Trailer Body Technician to repair trailer body imperfections, insulate, paint, and weld repairs.

This entry-level role offers hands-on training and a path to advancement within an essential fleet-maintenance organization. You will perform welding, insulation removal, decal removal, realign structural components, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while adhering to OHSA and EPA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; on-the-job training available.
• Must be able to perform welding tasks and basic painting.
• Safety-focused with ability to handle physical tasks.
• Pre-employment screening as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Welding; minor and major body repairs on trailers.
• Remove decals from Trailers.
• Repair or remove insulation from Trailers.
• Work with metal panels by straightening and bondo-ing as needed.
• Realign structural components and report additional damage.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and comply with OHSA/EPA rules.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding

Painting

Bondo

Insulation Repair

Insulation Removal

Decal Removal

Job description

Department:Paragon Fleet Maintenance GroupJob Description:JOB SUMMARY: We are currently for an entry level Trailer Body Technician. This position would be responsible for repairing trailer body imperfections, repairing insulation, painting, and welding repairs. This is great for anyone wanting to start a career in Trailer Body Maintenance.If you enjoy body repair and are looking for an entry level position look no further. Come start a career in an essential growing department with an industry leading organization, then come make Stevens Transport's Paragon Leasing your new home.JOB DESCRIPTION:Key ResponsibilitiesWelding; minor and major body repairsRemoving decals from TrailersRepair or removing insulations from TrailersWorking with metal panels by straightening and completing bondo work as neededRealigning structural componentsCommunicating with management about additional damage beyond original repair ordersMaintaining a clean and safe work environmentComplying with all company, OHSA and EPA rules and guidelinesAll other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum QualificationsTime Management skillsSelf-motivatedSafety first mindsetResilient work ethic and a commitment to extra hours when neededStrong Communication Skills.A pre-employment physical and drug screening is requiredPreferred QualificationsBasic welding skillsBasic painting experienceSKILLS AND ABILITIES:WeldingPaintingBondoInsulation RepairInsulation RemovalDecal RemovalPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Maneuvering around, in, on, and under trailers/tight spacesStanding, bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, and pulling with a full range of body movementsUsing hands to handle, control or feelClimbing ladders, stairs, and platformsLifting and carrying up to 50 poundsWork Experience:Entry LevelWorkshift:Education:In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified candidates are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.